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The income statement for the Windsor, Inc. for the month ended July 31 shows Service Revenue $18,760, Salaries and Wages Expense $9,350, Maintenance and Repairs Expense $2,970, and Income Tax Expense $1,360. The statement of retained earnings shows an opening balance for Retained Earnings of $21,890 and Dividends $1,610.
Prepare closing journal entries.
What is the ending balance in Retained Earnings?
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